The artwork titled “Portrait of Sally Fairchild” was created by John Singer Sargent in 1885. This oil painting on canvas is a product of the Realism art movement. Measuring 66.67 x 52.7 cm, it belongs to the genre of portraiture.
The artwork depicts a young woman with dark hair, adorned in a white garment. Her softly rendered facial features, particularly her contemplative expression and direct gaze, convey a sense of introspection and poise. Sargent employs a subtle contrast between the subject’s illuminated face and the dark, muted backdrop, highlighting her serene presence. The brushwork in the clothing is fluid and dynamic, infusing the piece with a graceful yet profound simplicity, characteristic of Sargent’s portraiture style. The overall composition exudes an air of elegance and quiet dignity, capturing the essence of the sitter with a refined realism.
